Focus Graphite Commissions WSP to Complete Air Dispersion Modelling and Dust Management Plan at Lac Knife
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF) commissioned WSP to complete an Air Dispersion Modelling and Dust Management Study for its 100%-owned Lac Knife project in Quebec to support the final Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA).
The Study, managed by IOS Geosciences and building on prior 2014 work, will model dust/gas dispersion from the redesigned dry-stack tailings facility, blasting, wind erosion, and dust along the 7-kilometre access road. The re-engineered TSF uses dolomitic marble to amend and encapsulate tailings and is intended to eliminate acid mine drainage.
Results are expected by February 2026 to align with submission of the revised ESIA and to address follow-up questions from Quebec's MDDELCC.
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF) ha affidato a WSP lo svolgimento di un Studio di dispersione atmosferica e gestione delle polveri per il progetto Lac Knife, interamente di proprietà, in Quebec, per supportare la definizione finale della Valutazione Ambientale e Sociale (ESIA).
Lo Studio, gestito da IOS Geosciences e basato sul lavoro del 2014, modellerà la dispersione di polveri/gas dalla nuovissima struttura a fanghi secca ri‑progettata, alle esplosioni, all'erosione eolica e alle polveri lungo la strada di accesso di 7 chilometri. Il TSF riprogettato usa marmo dolomitico per ammorbidire e incapsulare i tailings e mira a eliminare il drenaggio acido della miniera.
I risultati sono attesi entro febbraio 2026 per allinearsi alla presentazione della ESIA rivista e per rispondere alle domande di follow-up del MDDELCC del Quebec.
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF) encargó a WSP realizar un Estudio de Modelado de Dispersión Atmosférica y Gestión de Polvo para su proyecto Lac Knife, 100% propiedad, en Quebec, para respaldar la Evaluación Ambiental y Social (ESIA) final.
El Estudio, gestionado por IOS Geosciences y basándose en trabajos anteriores de 2014, modelará la dispersión de polvo/gas desde la instalación de relaves en seco rediseñada, las explosiones, la erosión eólica y el polvo a lo largo de la carretera de acceso de 7 kilómetros. El TSF reingeniado utiliza mármol dolomítico para enmendar y encapsular los relaves y tiene como objetivo eliminar el drenaje ácido de la mina.
Se esperan los resultados para febrero 2026 para alinearse con la presentación de la ESIA revisada y para responder a preguntas de seguimiento del MDDELCC de Quebec.
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF)는 퀘벡 주에서 Lac Knife 프로젝트의 100% 소유를 위해 최종 환경 및 사회 영향 평가(ESIA)를 지원하기 위해 대기 분산 모델링 및 먼지 관리 연구를 WSP에 의뢰했습니다.
이 연구는 IOS Geosciences가 관리하며 2014년 이전 작업을 바탕으로, 재설계된 건식 적재 슬러리 저장시설의 먼지/가스 확산, 발파, 바람에 의한 침식, 및 7킬로미터의 진입도로를 따라 발생하는 먼지를 모델링합니다. 재설계된 TSF는 두몰라이트 마블을 사용하여 슬러지를 보정하고 캡슐화하며 산성 광업 배수를 제거하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
결과는 2026년 2월까지 나와야 하며, 개정된 ESIA 제출과 퀘벡의 MDDELCC의 후속 질문에 대응하기 위한 것입니다.
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF) a chargé WSP d’effectuer une Étude de modélisation de dispersion atmosphérique et de gestion des poussières pour son projet Lac Knife, détenu à 100 % par Focus Graphite, au Québec, afin d’appuyer la Version finale de l’Évaluation environnementale et sociale (ESIA).
L’étude, dirigée par IOS Geosciences et s’appuyant sur les travaux antérieurs de 2014, modélisera la dispersion des poussières/gaz depuis l’installation de stériles en eaux sèches repensée, les tirs, l’érosion éolienne et les poussières le long de la route d’accès de 7 kilomètres. Le TSF remanié utilise du marbre dolomitique pour remédier et encapsuler les stériles et vise à éliminer le drainage acide minier.
Les résultats sont attendus d’ici février 2026 afin de s’aligner sur la soumission de l’ESIA révisée et de répondre aux questions de suivi du MDDELCC du Québec.
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF) hat WSP beauftragt, eine Luftverteilungsmodellierungs- und Staubmanagement-Studie für sein zu 100% im Eigentum stehendes Lac Knife-Projekt in Quebec abzuschließen, um die endgültige Umwelt- und Sozialverträglichkeitsprüfung (ESIA) zu unterstützen.
Die Studie, von IOS Geosciences geleitet und auf vorherigen Arbeiten aus dem Jahr 2014 basierend, wird die Staub-/Gasverbreitung von der neu gestalteten Tailing-Dry-Stack-Anlage, Sprengarbeiten, Winderosion und Staub entlang der 7-Kilometer-Zufahrtsstraße modellieren. Der neu konzipierte TSF verwendet dolomitischen Marmor, um Tailings zu modifizieren und einzuhüllen, und soll die saure Bergbauabwässer vermeiden.
Die Ergebnisse werden voraussichtlich bis Februar 2026 vorliegen, um mit der Einreichung der überarbeiteten ESIA abzustimmen und auf Folgefragen der MDDELCC von Quebec zu reagieren.
Focus Graphite (OTCQB: FCSMF) كلفت WSP بإعداد دراسة نمذجة الإنتشار الجوي وإدارة الغبار لمشروع Lac Knife المملوك بنسبة 100% في كيبيك لدعم تقييم الأثر البيئي والاجتماعي النهائي (ESIA).
تديرها IOS Geosciences وتبني على أعمال سابقة من 2014، ستقوم الدراسة بنمذجة انتشار الغبار/الغاز من منشأة التفريغ الطيني الجاف المعاد تصميمها، وكذلك التفجيرات، والتعرية بالرياح، والغبار على طول طريق الوصول بطول 7 كيلومترات. TSF المعاد تصميمه يستخدم رخام دولوميتي لمعالجة وت encapsulate tailings وهدفه القضاء على تصريف المنجم الحمضي.
من المتوقع النتائج بحلول فبراير 2026 لتتوافق مع تقديم ESIA المنقحة وللإجابة على أسئلة المتابعة من MDDELCC في كيبيك.
- Study addresses MDDELCC follow-up questions
- Results expected by February 2026
- Redesigned dry-stack TSF aims to eliminate acid mine drainage
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The updated study incorporates redesigned dry-stack tailings system engineered to eliminate acid mine drainage and is one of the final ESIA reports.
Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 17, 2025) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a leading Canadian graphite developer advancing high-grade projects, is pleased to announce that it has commissioned an updated Air Dispersion Modelling and Dust Management Study (the "Study") for its
The Study will be led by WSP Canada Inc. ("WSP"), a world-leading Montreal-based global engineering, environmental, and professional-services consultancy, and will be conducted under the supervision and management of IOS Geosciences Inc. ("IOS"), the Company's geological consultant and general contractor for the Project. WSP includes the former Woods Engineering, which participated in the 2019 preliminary design of the dry-stack tailings storage facility ("TSF"), as well as Golder Inc., which conducted the original 2014 Study.
The Study will evaluate the potential airborne dispersion of dust and gases associated with mining operations, including:
- wind-driven erosion from the TSF,
- emissions generated by blasting activities, and
- traffic-related dust along the 7-kilometre access road linking Lac Knife to Highway 389.
This updated modelling replaces the earlier 2014 study to reflect the re-engineered dry-stack tailings design, developed as part of the 2021 Feasibility Study (the "Feasibility") update. The redesign eliminates the former wet-pond configuration and instead utilizes dolomitic marble to amend and encapsulate tailings, thereby preventing acid mind drainage ("AMD") and metal leaching. This new TSF concept was considered material enough to necessitate remodelling of the areal dispersion.
The current program directly addresses follow-up questions from Quebec's Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment, and the Fight Against Climate Change ("MDDELCC"), issued during its review of the Company's 2014 ESIA submission. Results from the Study are expected by February 2026, aligning with the planned submission of the final revised ESIA.
"The completion of the air dispersion modelling and dust management plan marks one of the last major technical steps in our environmental review process," said Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite. "We are now systematically finalizing outstanding ESIA components to move Lac Knife toward the permitting stage. Each of these studies reflects our ongoing commitment to advance the Project responsibly."
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The technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Rejean Girard, P.Geo. (QC), President of IOS Geosciences Inc., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI-43-101.
About WSP Canada Inc.
WSP Canada Inc. is a Canadian subsidiary of WSP Global Inc., one of the world's leading professional-services firms. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, WSP provides multidisciplinary engineering, environmental, and consulting services across the infrastructure, energy, mining, transportation, and built-environment sectors. With thousands of professionals across Canada and internationally, WSP delivers technical excellence and sustainable solutions supporting clients through every stage of project development.
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About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc.
Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two
Focus Graphite's Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, they go beyond mining – we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.
Focus Graphite's commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals – reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.
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In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated timing, scope, and results of the Air Dispersion Modelling and Dust Management Study (the "Study") at the Lac Knife Project; the completion of the Company's Environmental and Social Impact Assessment ("ESIA") and related technical studies, including hydrogeological and tailings dam analyses; the expected timing of regulatory submissions and approvals; the potential for the Project to achieve mine-permitting readiness; and the advancement of the Lac Knife Project toward development. Forward-looking information also includes statements regarding the Company's expectations concerning the effectiveness of the redesigned dry-stack tailings storage facility, the ability to meet Québec's environmental and regulatory standards, the anticipated role of the Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca projects within Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy, and the Company's capacity to secure the financing and partnerships required to advance these projects responsibly and sustainably.
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